New Zealand Tour Packages – Opulent Routes https://www.opulentroutes.com Global Luxury DMC Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:41:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.opulentroutes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/opulent-routes-200x100-logo-90x90.png New Zealand Tour Packages – Opulent Routes https://www.opulentroutes.com 32 32 Highlights of New Zealand https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/highlights-of-new-zealand/ Fri, 11 Dec 2020 16:49:01 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11505
New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands, both marked by volcanoes and glaciation. Capital Wellington, on the North Island, is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the expansive national museum. Wellington’s dramatic Mt. Victoria, along with the South Island’s Fiordland and Southern Lakes, stood in for mythical Middle Earth in Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” films.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Auckland
Arrive at Auckland airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Auckland

Day 2 Auckland – Bay Of Island (By Road) (232 kms / 3 hrs 8 mins appx)
Proceed to self drive to Paihia whereas coach passengers will be collected from their accommodation. The journey will take you through rolling countryside, rural towns to Paihia, situated in the beautiful Bay of Islands.
Overnight in Bay Of Islands.

Day 3 Bay Of Island
Proceed to today make your own way to Paihia Maritime Building for your cruise. Cruise the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands on Dolphin Seeker, purpose built for dolphin and whale watching catamaran. Enjoy the large outdoor viewing decks as we cruise past the islands of the Bay. Keep a look out for common and bottlenose dolphin, whales and other marine life as we get you up close to the action.  Enjoy the views as you cruise past the Cape Brett Lighthouse, before arriving at the majestic Hole in the Rock – hold your breath as the skipper navigates through the narrow space and admire the rock walls which soar above you before heading back into the sheltered waters of the Bay. Overnight in Bay Of Islands

Day 4 Bay of Island – Auckland (By Road) (232 km / 3 hrs 8 mins appx)
Proceed to self drive journey back to Auckland. Arrive Auckland, rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Auckland.

Day 5 Auckland -Waitomo Caves– Rotorua (By Road) (340 km/ 4 hrs 25 mins)
Proceed to self drive to the famous Waitomo Caves. On arrival enjoy a comprehensive cave tour, where you will have the opportunity to view thousands of luminescent lights radiating from the unique Waitomo glow worms, as expert guides provide informative commentary on the Caves historical and geological significance. Enjoy the limestone shafts, stunning Cathedral cavern and then take a unique boat ride through the glow worm grotto. We continue our tour this afternoon by driving to Rotorua, including passing through the beautiful Fitzgerald Glade where the roadside trees arch overhead to form a tunnel of natural greenery. Overnight in Rotorua

Day 6 Rotorua
Proceed to self drive for first experience of the day is Te Puia, a place of Maori culture and a thermal wonderland of impressive geysers and boiling mud pools. Also explore Rainbow Springs Nature Park, full of Rainbow Trout and showcasing native flora and fauna as well as the New Zealand Kiwi finishing the tour with Agrodome Sheep Show. Overnight in Rotorua

Day 7 Rotorua – Queenstown (By Flight)
Transfer to airport for your flight to Queenstown. On arrival at Queenstown airport self drive passengers will collect their vehicle while coach passengers will be transferred to your accommodation. Overnight in Queenstown

Day 8 Queenstown
Proceed to Self Drive from Queenstown to Milford. Hugging the shores of Lake Wakatipu, proceed past wind turbines, deer farms and across rural farmland, before reaching Lake Te Anau, the ‘Gateway to Fordland’. Board the waiting vessel for a one hour forty minute full length cruise of Milford Sound out to the Tasman Sea. After the cruise sit back, relax and enjoy the view from the coach on the return journey to Queenstown. Self drive passengers can upgrade today to go by coach. Please discuss with your travel professional. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 9 Queenstown
Proceed to today make your own way to Skyline Gondola enjoy the stunning views as you ride the Gondola – the steepest cable car lift in the Southern Hemisphere. The Gondola carries you 450 metres above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob’s Peak. Enjoy spectacular breath-taking 220 degree panorama views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter Peak, and Cecil Peak. On arrival our purpose built viewing platforms and outdoor terraces provide great photo opportunities. Jump on your specialised Luge cart, then take control as you zoom down the Luge track.
Overnight in Queenstown

Day 10 Queenstown – Mt. Cook (By Road) (258 kms / 3 hrs 17 mins appx)
Proceed to self drive to Mt. Cook whereas coach passengers will be collected from accommodation. Travel through ruggedly beautiful landscape and over the Lindis Pass into the Mackenzie Country. Enter the amazing Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest mountain.
Overnight in Mt. Cook

Day 11 Mt. Cook – Christchurch (By Road) (285 kms / 3 hrs 23 mins appx.)
Proceed to self drive to Christchurch. The road to Lake Tekapo takes you back down the Tasman Valley to beautiful Lake Pukaki. The opaque turquoise colour of this lake is caused by fine, glacier-ground rock particles. Continue through golden tussock land of Mackenzie basin to Lake Tekapo. The Church of the Good Shepherd and the sheepdog statue are great photo opportunities. Leaving Tekapo, descend Burkes Pass to the Canterbury Plains and Christchurch.
Overnight in Christchurch

Day 12 Christchurch
Proceed to self drive for city highlights tour including the botanical gardens, Museum and Art Centre, the Avon river, Bridge of Remembrance, the cities new pop up container mall. Head towards the International Antarctic Centre, one of Christchurch’s leading attractions. The Centre recreates the atmosphere of Antarctica with a Snow and Ice Experience, the Blue Penguin Encounter and an exhilarating Hagglund ride.
Overnight in Christchurch

Day 13 Depart Christchurch
Departure transfer to onward destination.

*************TOUR ENDS*************

Hotels

City Nights Hotels
Auckland 1 VK Takapuna
Bay Of Islands, 2 Moon Gate Villa
Rotorua 2 Holiday Inn Rotorua
Auckland 1  VK Takapuna
Queenstown 3 Peppers Beacon
 Mt. Cook 1 Hermitage
Christchurch 2 Sumner Re Treat Luxury

Includes

  • Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
  • 12 nights accommodation as per the program
  • Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e breakfast & dinner)
  • Entrance fees.
  • Air Ticket for Rotorua – Queenstown.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • Bay of Islands,Cape Brett Lighthouse and Auckland Harbour Bridge
  • Waitomo Caves,Beautiful Fitzgerald Glade,Te Puia and Rainbow Springs Nature Park
  • Agrodome Sheep Show,Lake Wakatipu and Lake Te Anau
  • Gateway to Fiordland,Tasman Sea,Skyline Gondola and Coronet Peak
  • Walter Peak,Mt Cook National Park and Lake Pukaki
  • Botanical gardens, Museum and Art Centre
  • The Avon river,Bridge of Remembrance and International Antarctic Centre
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • International and Domestic Airfares for and from NZ.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Discover New Zealand https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/discover-new-zealand/ Fri, 11 Dec 2020 16:14:56 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11503
New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands, both marked by volcanoes and glaciation. Capital Wellington, on the North Island, is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the expansive national museum. Wellington’s dramatic Mt. Victoria, along with the South Island’s Fiordland and Southern Lakes, stood in for mythical Middle Earth in Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” films.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Auckland
Arrival at Auckland meet, assist and transfer to hotel.Visit Sky tower in the evening later take a short walk to Viaduct harbor.
Overnight in Auckland

Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua (By Road) (344 kms / 5 hrs appx)
Proceed to Waitomo Caves  and a boat ride through the famous Glow-Worm grotto. Enjoy twinkling lights emitting from the ceiling like stars in a dark night. Later travel across to forested Mamaku Range to arrive at the thermal resort of Rotorua. Self-drive customers will pick up rental car from the local city branch for travel. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 3 Rotorua
Proceed to Agrodome Agricultural Show, where you will be entertained by New Zealand’s performing sheep and other attractions. Later visit Te-Puia thermal village known for its hot springs, geysers and boiling mud pools. Watch the Maori craftsmen and learn about the traditional arts of carving and weaving and Rainbow Springs to see the flower and fauna of New Zealand. SIC Customers will travel in a sightseeing coach & self-drive customers in their rental car. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 4 Rotorua – Queenstown (By Flight)
Proceed to Queenstown. arriving pick up their rental car in Queenstown to drive to their hotel. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 5 Queenstown – Milford – Queenstown (By Cruise)
Proceed to Milford Sound Cruise .Customers will travel in a coach, self-drive customers will travel to Milford in their rental car. This famous cruise gives you an opportunity to see Mitre Peak which is just out of the water and mile high. Go exploring with a nature guide in the tender vessels and kayaks. You may see fur seals lazing on the rocks and lots of sea birds and numerous waterfalls.
Overnigh in Queenstown.

Day 6 Queenstown
Day free at leisure.
Overnight in Queenstown

Day 7 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (By Road) ( 593 kms / 7 hrs)
Proceed to Christchurch via Mt Cook National Park travel through the Central Otago region to Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook National Park Village. Set at the foothill of the Alps, you have a close up view of Mt Cook -the highest mountain in the country. Descend the mountains and re-cross the Canterbury Plains to arrive in Christchurch in the evening. SIC Customers will travel in a coach and self-drive customers will travel in their rental car.
Overnight in Christchurch

Day 8 Depart Christchurch
Transfer to onward destination.

*****************TOUR ENDS***************

Hotels

City Nights Hotels
Auckland 1 Takapuna
Rotorua 2 Holiday Inn Rotorua
Queenstown 3  Peppers Beacon
Christchurch 1 Sumner Re Treat Luxury

Includes

  • Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
  • 10 nights accommodation as per the program
  • Meal plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner).
  • Entrance fees.
  • Air Ticket for Rotorua – Queenstown.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • Auckland Harbour Bridge, Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park
  • Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter, Waitomo Caves
  • Beautiful Fitzgerald Gladeand Te Puia
  • Rainbow Springs Nature Park
  • Agrodome Sheep Show,Lake Wakatipu and Lake Te Anau
  • Gateway to Fiordland,Tasman Sea and Coronet Peak
  • Walter Peak,Lake Wanaka,Lake Hawea and Arthurs Pass
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses.
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Beauty of New Zealand https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/beauty-of-new-zealand/ Fri, 11 Dec 2020 09:44:27 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11498
Christchurch, known for its English heritage, is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Flat-bottomed punts glide on the Avon River, which meanders through the city centre. On its banks are cycling paths, the green expanse of Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. In 2010 and 2011, earthquakes destroyed many of the historic centre’s stone-built buildings.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Auckland
Arrival at Auckland meet, assist and transfer to hotel.Visit Sky tower in the evening later take a short walk to Viaduct harbor.
Overnight in Auckland.

Day 2 Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua (By Road) (344 kms / 2 hrs appx)
Proceed to Waitomo Caves  and a boat ride through the famous Glow-Worm grotto. Enjoy twinkling lights emitting from the ceiling like stars in a dark night. Later travel across to forested Mamaku Range to arrive at the thermal resort of Rotorua. Self-drive customers will pick up rental car from the local city branch for travel. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 3 Rotorua
Proceed to Agrodome Agricultural Show, where you will be entertained by New Zealand’s performing sheep and other attractions. Later visit Te-Puia thermal village known for its hot springs, geysers and boiling mud pools. Watch the Maori craftsmen and learn about the traditional arts of carving and weaving and Rainbow Springs to see the flower and fauna of New Zealand. SIC Customers will travel in a sightseeing coach & self-drive customers in their rental car. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 4 Rotorua – Queenstown (By Flight)
Proceed to Queenstown. arriving pick up their rental car in Queenstown to drive to their hotel. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 5 Queenstown – Milford – Queenstown (By Cruise)
Proceed to Milford Sound Cruise .Customers will travel in a coach, self-drive customers will travel to Milford in their rental car. This famous cruise gives you an opportunity to see Mitre Peak which is just out of the water and mile high. Go exploring with a nature guide in the tender vessels and kayaks. You may see fur seals lazing on the rocks and lots of sea birds and numerous waterfalls.
Overnigh in Queenstown,

Day 6 Queenstown
Day free at leisure.
Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 7 Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch (By Road) (593 km / 7 hrs appx)
Proceed to Christchurch via Mt Cook National Park travel through the Central Otago region to Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook National Park Village. Set at the foothill of the Alps, you have a close up view of Mt Cook -the highest mountain in the country. Descend the mountains and re-cross the Canterbury Plains to arrive in Christchurch in the evening. SIC Customers will travel in a coach and self-drive customers will travel in their rental car.
Overnight in Christchurch

Day 8 Depart Christchurch
Transfer to onward destination.

******************TOUR ENDS*****************

Hotels

City Nights Hotels
Auckland 1 Takapuna
Rotorua 2 Holiday Inn Rotorua
Queenstown 3  Peppers Beacon
Christchurch 1 Sumner Re Treat Luxury

Includes

  • Accommodation as per the program.
  • Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner).
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Entrance fees.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • International and Domestic Airfares for and from NZ.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Beauty of South Island https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/beauty-of-south-island/ Fri, 11 Dec 2020 08:32:21 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11496
Christchurch, known for its English heritage, is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Flat-bottomed punts glide on the Avon River, which meanders through the city centre. On its banks are cycling paths, the green expanse of Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. In 2010 and 2011, earthquakes destroyed many of the historic centre’s stone-built buildings.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Christchurch (By Flight)
Arrive at Christchurch airport meet, assist and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Christchurch

Day 2 Christchurch – Mt. Cook (By Road) (285 kms / 3 hrs 25 min appx)
Proceed to self drive passengers will drive their rental car while coach passengers will board their coach to Mt Cook.  Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s spectacular scenery as you travel across the Canterbury Plains with the majestic Southern Alps as a constant backdrop. Continue inland to the rolling green pastures of Geraldine and then into the MacKenzie Country.

In the heart of the MacKenzie Basin, nestled on the shores of azure Lake Tekapo, sits Tekapo. Visit the much photographed Church of the Good Shepherd.  From Tekapo, continue through the arid MacKenzie Basin, past Lake Pukaki and onto Mt Cook National Park, home of the majestic Aoraki Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. Overnight in Christchurch.

Day 03 Mt. Cook – Queenstown (By Road) (258 kms / 3 hrs 15 mins appx.)
Proceed to self drive passengers will drive their rental car while coach passengers will travel down the western side of Lake Pukaki at the foot of New Zealand’s tallest mountain, Mount Cook. Continue your journey over the Lindis Pass into the historical gold mining region of Central Otago. Relax as you take in the spectacular scenery that changes from rugged ranges and mirror lakes to the winding Kawarau River Gorge, before emerging into the lush green farmland surrounding your destination of Queenstown. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 4 Queenstown
Proceed to self Drive passengers will drive through whereas coach passengers  will be collected from hotel & travel from Queenstown to Milford hugging the shores of Lake Wakatipu, proceed past wind turbines, deer farms and across rural farmland, before reaching Lake Te Anau, the ‘Gateway to Fiordland’. Board the waiting vessel for a one hour forty minute full length cruise of Milford Sound out to the Tasman Sea. After the cruises sit back, relax and enjoy the view from the coach on the return journey to Queenstown.  Self drive passengers can upgrade today to go by coach. Please discuss with your travel professional. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 5 Queenstown
Today make your own way to Skyline Gondola enjoy the stunning views as you ride the Gondola – the steepest cable car lift in the Southern Hemisphere. The Gondola carries you 450 metres above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob’s Peak. En route you will enjoy a spectacular 220 degree panorama, with views of Coronet Peak.

The remarkables, Walter Peak, Cecil Peak and over Queenstown. On arrival our purpose built viewing platforms and outdoor terraces provide great photo opportunities. Jump on your specialised Luge cart, and then take control as you zoom down the Luge track.  After you return back, make your own way to 37 Shotover Street “Station Building” for your courtesy shuttle transfer to Shotover site for the thrill and excitement of the ultimate Jet Boating experience with world famous Shotover Jet; it’s a unique, breathtaking white water ride and an adrenaline rush you’ll never forget. It’s an amazing white water ride, as the Shotover Canyon walls tower over you, your expert driver puts your ‘Big Red’ Jet Boat through its paces and skilfully whips it past rocky outcrops, skims around crags and boulders, and speeds through the dramatic and narrow canyons.
Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 6 Queenstown – Christchurch (By Road) (459 kms / 5 hrs 30 min appx)
Proceed to self drive passengers will drive their rental car while coach passengers will continue their journey to Christchurch which takes up the winding Kawarau Gorge then through the Lindis Pass to emerge on the vast MacKenzie Basin where you will have the Southern Alps as your constant companion until you go through Burkes Pass and out onto the Canterbury Plains which is the largest flat area of land in New Zealand.  You will also get many great views of Mount Cook our highest and most famous mountain today as well. Overnight in Christchurch .

Day 7 Depart Christchurch
Transfer to onward destination.

**************TOUR ENDS*************

Hotels

City

 Nights Hotels
Christchurch 1 Sumner Re Treat
Mt Cook 1 Hermitage
Queenstown 3  Peppers Beacon
Christchurch 1 Sumner Re Treat Luxury

Includes

  • Accommodation as per the program.
  • Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner).
  • Entrance fees.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses.
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

]]> Beauty of North Island https://www.opulentroutes.com/tour/beauty-of-north-island/ Thu, 10 Dec 2020 16:44:44 +0000 https://www.opulentindiasia.com/?post_type=tour&p=11494
Auckland, based around 2 large harbours, is a major city in the north of New Zealand’s North Island. In the centre, the iconic Sky Tower has views of Viaduct Harbour, which is full of superyachts and lined with bars and cafes. Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, is based around an extinct volcano and home to the formal Wintergardens. Near Downtown, Mission Bay Beach has a seaside promenade.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Auckland (By Flight)
Arrive in Marrakesh, meet assist and transfer  to your hotel.
Overnight in Auckland

Day 2 Auckland
Take a morning tour of the Marrakesh city, otherwise known as the “Ochre City”. Home to over one million, Marrakesh was one of the major imperial cities of historical Morocco. The city divides into two areas; the Medina, or the historical city, and the Ville Nouvelle, the European-inspired modern city. Marvel at the city’s pink mud-brick architecture.

Visit the Saadien Tombs, the resting place of many members of the Saadi Dynasty, who claimed to descend from Muhammad’s bloodline. Journey to the magnificent site known as the Bahia Palace, the 19th century home of Si Moussa, whose name literally means “brilliance”. The balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Auckland.

Day 03 Auckland – Waitomo Caves – Rotorua (By Road) (350 km/4 hrs 30 min)
Proceed to self drive passengers will collect their rental car from Auckland city hertz depot and self drive whereas passengers in coach will be collected from your hotel to travel south from Auckland, to the famous Waitomo Caves.

On arrival enjoy a comprehensive cave tour, where you will have the opportunity to view thousands of luminescent lights radiating from the unique Waitomo glowworms, as expert guides provide informative commentary on the Caves historical and geological significance. Enjoy the limestone shafts, stunning Cathedral cavern and then take a unique boat ride through the glowworm grotto. We continue our tour this afternoon by driving to Rotorua, including passing through the beautiful Fitzgerald Glade where the roadside trees arch overhead to form a tunnel of natural greenery.
Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 4 Rotorua
Proceed to self drive passengers will drive to Shire’s Rest (Matamata) while coach passengers will be collected from their accommodation and will travel across the Kaimai Ranges to the picturesque 1,250 acre farm near Matamata where scenes from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed. Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the bucolic setting for The Shire that featured in the Peter Jackson directed films, The Lord of the Rings. Your guide will escort you through the ten acre site recounting fascinating details of how the Hobbiton set was created.
The Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, Mill and other structures created for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films can be viewed and you will see how this beautiful piece of Waikato farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle-earth. In the evening on returning back to hotel you will be collected by coach for an evening at Mitai which will give your clients an authentic introduction to Maori culture leaving you amazed and in awe. Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, Marvel at the crystal clear water full of eels and trout, flowing directly from the earth at the sacred Fairy Spring. See your traditionally cooked hangi meal being lifted from the ground. During our cultural performance, you’ll learn about our past, carvings and ta moko (tattoo art). Be captivated by the displays of weaponry and combat, coupled with the grace and beauty of the poi dance
Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 5   Depart Rotorua
Transfer to onward destination.

*************TOUR ENDS************

Hotels

City Nights Hotels
Auckland 2 V K  Takapuna
Rotorua 2 Holiday Inn Rotorua

Includes

  • Accommodation as per the program.
  • Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner).
  • Entrance fees.
  • Local English speaking guide.
  • All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
  • All taxes.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses.
  • Camera / Video Camera Fees.
  • Medical Aid.
  • Tips.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Visa (If any).

Important

– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.

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